Because straw is hollow it can not be compressed without distorting. I think that is why skeps were made from Rye straw which is more like timothy with a narrow and dense stock. I really respect the ingenuity of the build, the new and improved awl that accommodates the trimmed whithie perfectly. When the straw was alternated in the jig I thought he was going to use the fingers to weave a corner but instead had the most impressive joinery. Its great, the bees get the comfort of straw and we get the convenience of top bars for inspection.
Hi Gaia, when you cut the excess straw off of the edges of a wall piece, it seems quite the waste. As well you still need a lot of wood for the corners. Have you tried making all 4 walls at once, by bending the straw around the corners and overlapping?
yes, in fact some people in Germany are building their hives solely with cob. There is a book in german by Matthias Thun, with lots of pictures and directions. Michael , gaiabees@gmail.com
I trying to find plans for that boxed stray beehive but the only straw hive that I am finding on line is the skep beehive. Can any one point me in the right direction?
yes, in fact some people in Germany are building their hives solely with cob. There is a book in german by Matthias Thun, with lots of pictures and directions. Michael , gaiabees@gmail.com
Very interesting! Looks smooth and solid at same time 😃 🇸🇪
I was looking for traditional skep making, but I really like this idea for clothes hampers. The breathability is exactly what is needed.
Because straw is hollow it can not be compressed without distorting. I think that is why skeps were made from Rye straw which is more like timothy with a narrow and dense stock. I really respect the ingenuity of the build, the new and improved awl that accommodates the trimmed whithie perfectly.
When the straw was alternated in the jig I thought he was going to use the fingers to weave a corner but instead had the most impressive joinery. Its great, the bees get the comfort of straw and we get the convenience of top bars for inspection.
if I was a Bee I would love to Bee in that home
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Brilliant! I may just try this.
one word should sum it all up SUPER!
Hi Gaia, when you cut the excess straw off of the edges of a wall piece, it seems quite the waste. As well you still need a lot of wood for the corners. Have you tried making all 4 walls at once, by bending the straw around the corners and overlapping?
Hi wonderful work, is hazelnut the meterial used to bind the straw??
We used Rattan Reed
@@apisarborea thank you very much, would like to make this hive with rye straw i grow. Is possibile have a project?
that is correct. too much pressure would create problems. Michael
yes, in fact some people in Germany are building their hives solely with cob. There is a book in german by Matthias Thun, with lots of pictures and directions.
Michael , gaiabees@gmail.com
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Thanks for the video
from what material do they bind the straw?
Great video, thank for sharing. I wonder what do you have as botton board for these straw hives? Thx. in advance.
I trying to find plans for that boxed stray beehive but the only straw hive that I am finding on line is the skep beehive. Can any one point me in the right direction?
amazing
beau travail
Yes - simple skeps are being build with only straw.
very good
I think I saw one of these hives at Pier 1. ;-)
yes, by making traditional round skeps.
Are there any methods to make straw hive without using a wood?
I know that you cannot use skep hives for the purpose of producing honey, but can you use it to house feral bees?
Yes, straw hives offer a very good nest environment which supports the health of bees.
I would love to build one! What is it called and where can I get the measurements to make one? I made my first skep out of wild grass.
please send me an email to michael@apisarborea and I will send you more info.
Is it possible to make a bee hive out of adobe or cob?
LOL..Very funny.
I thought you meant plastic straws.
don't make them square , no 90 degree in the hive and they will give more honey .
Queste sono arnie a 5 stelle!
yes, in fact some people in Germany are building their hives solely with cob. There is a book in german by Matthias Thun, with lots of pictures and directions.
Michael , gaiabees@gmail.com